Here are a few helpful ways to understand sleep time with your toddler to make sure the whole family is getting enough rest. Many toddlers struggle with initiating sleep or staying asleep. This might be because they have night-time fears or they need something or someone to go to sleep with. These kinds of experiences can be incredibly draining for caregivers. It impacts their own sleep time routines, daytime productivity, and mood. All children are different and have their own temperaments and needs. However, here are a few general ways to understand sleep time with your toddler to make sure the whole family is getting enough rest! Screen for physical causes of sleep problems Children can sometimes struggle to sleep if they are unwell. For example, a toddler with an ear infection is going to struggle to have consistent sleep throughout the night Routine and consistency improve sleep quality For example, a warm bath, reading a book together, holding their transitional object (a teddy or special blanket), or saying good night to siblings are cues that the bedtime process has begun. Turn-Taking at bedtime
Bedtime rituals can be a demanding time of the day, especially when parents are tired after a long day at work. It can be helpful for parents to take turns putting their toddler to sleep. This helps to keep parents’ energy and patience levels up, build secure attachments for both parents and share parenting responsibilities
Is Your Toddler Struggling To Sleep Here Are Some Expert Tips
